Thu Dec 23, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
97
away
Chemistry
Steady
Phoenix SunsSuns
118
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 28 | 18 | 27 | 24 | 97 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 23 | 35 | 35 | 25 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Suns rolled past the Grizzlies 118-97. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Suns' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Grizzlies bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Suns locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Suns per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Suns · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Grizzlies · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.